British soldiers using sex workers in Kenya despite ban, inquiry finds
Summary
An investigation found that some British soldiers at a training base in Kenya are involved with sex workers despite a ban. The inquiry examined activities over more than two years and recommended stronger measures to prevent such actions.Key Facts
- The investigation focused on the British Army Training Unit Kenya (Batuk).
- Soldiers used sex workers at levels deemed "low or moderate."
- The inquiry looked into activities from July 2022 onwards after a media investigation prompted it.
- There have been 35 suspected cases of soldiers paying for sex since guidelines were set in 2022.
- Of these, 26 cases happened before training on the rule began in November 2022, with nine cases afterward.
- Most allegations of soldiers paying for sex were not proven.
- New measures are recommended to dismiss soldiers who use sex workers.
- The army aims to stop sexual exploitation by providing regular training and implementing "sharkwatch" patrols.
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